Description
This refreshing Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad combines crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese, dressed with a simple olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a vibrant side dish, it comes together in just 10 minutes for a healthy and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (or diced regular tomatoes)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, minced
- 1 handful fresh parsley, minced
Dressing & Cheese
- 4 oz feta cheese, cubed
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Vegetables: In a large bowl, add the diced cucumber, halved tomatoes, and diced avocado, ensuring they are evenly mixed.
- Add Feta and Aromatics: Gently fold in the cubed feta cheese, minced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley to the bowl with the vegetables.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar or lemon juice, and salt and pepper until fully incorporated and emulsified.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, taking care to avoid mashing the avocado or feta cubes.
- Serve Fresh: Serve immediately to maintain the salad’s crispness and fresh flavors for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a tangier flavor, substitute red wine vinegar with freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- To reduce sodium, adjust the amount of salt and opt for a lower-sodium feta cheese.
- Dress the salad just before serving to prevent the avocado from browning.
- This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or as a side to Mediterranean dishes.
- For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based cheese substitute.
